Quote by Elizabeth Barrett Browning, A De
O rose, who dares to name thee?No longer roseate now, nor soft, nor sweet,But pale, and hard, and dry, as stubblewheat,--Kept seven years in a drawer, thy titles shame thee.
Summary
This quote, attributed to the poet Christina Rossetti, describes the transformation of a rose over time. The speaker questions who would dare to attribute the name "rose" to this flower, as it has lost its vibrant color, softness, and sweetness. Instead, it has become pale, hard, and dry, resembling stubblewheat. The line "Kept seven years in a drawer, thy titles shame thee" suggests that the passing of time has diminished the rose's beauty and worth, causing its name to be inadequate.
Topics
Remembrance
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